Morgan City, LA has safety grade D, a population of about 10,963, an overall crime rate near 2,089 per 100k as of 2026. For real estate investors, safety is only half the picture: pair these crime statistics with rental demand and returns to judge whether Morgan City, LA is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Morgan City, LA for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Morgan City, LA Crime Rate and Safety Report
Morgan City, LA crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 13.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 7.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
D
High Risk
Violent Crime Rate
13.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
Morgan City, LA shows good safety standards with a A rating. While some crime exists, the area maintains reasonable safety levels for most residents.
Safety Recommendations
Given the higher rate of violent crimes (61.6% of total incidents), residents should prioritize personal safety measures, avoid walking alone at night, and stay informed about local safety alerts.
Trend Analysis
The relatively low crime count of 229 incidents suggests Morgan City maintains good community safety standards.
Comparison Insights
Morgan City demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Morgan City, LA Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID "16000US2252040", a detailed analysis reveals the following: The total recorded crime count is 229 incidents. Assault is the most prevalent crime category, accounting for 138 incidents, all classified as "Assault Offenses." Property crime is the second most significant category, with a total of 74 incidents. Within property crime, "Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property" is the most frequent subcategory, with 33 incidents, followed by "Larceny/Theft Offenses" with 22 incidents. "Burglary/Breaking & Entering" accounts for 11 incidents, and "Stolen Property Offenses" for 8 incidents. Robbery is a less frequent category, with 3 incidents, all classified as "Robbery." Sex offenses also account for 3 incidents, with 1 classified as "Sex Offenses" and 2 as "Kidnapping/Abduction." The "Others" category includes 11 incidents, with "Fraud Offenses" being the most common at 7 incidents, followed by "Counterfeiting/Forgery" at 2 incidents, and "Arson" and "Embezzlement" each accounting for 1 incident.
Morgan City, LA crime map
Crime Map
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Safety82.3
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FAQ about crime in Morgan City, LA
Crime rates are normalized per 1,000 residents based on reported incidents in FBI UCR and local agency feeds. We split incidents into violent, property, and other categories so you can see where the risk concentrates.
The “Safest Zip Codes” section above ranks nearby zip codes by safety score, while the “High Crime Zip Codes” section highlights areas with elevated reported crime in Morgan City, LA.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
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Data sources & further reading
PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.
Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.
Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.
Encyclopedic overview of the city, history, and notable landmarks.
Housing affordability, fair-market rents, and market reports from HUD.
Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.
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